Operating systems Windows

The operating system is extremely important for anyone who uses a computer. It is the operating system that is responsible for handling individual tasks, launching applications, saving them in memory, and also for protecting against data loss due to failures. Moreover, the type of system determines which programs can be run on a given computer. Today, 64-bit operating systems or 32-bit systems are available.

As you can see, choosing the right system is extremely important. Should it be an operating system used only at home, or will it be used for business purposes? If you don't know which Microsoft operating system, which version of Microsoft Windows will be best for you, we are happy to provide advice and answer any questions about Windows operating systems.

Types of Windows operating systems

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MS-DOS and overlays

• MS-DOS (and PC-DOS – IBM version)
• Windows 1.0
• Windows 2.0
• Windows 2.1
• Windows 3.0, Windows 3.1, Windows 3.11

Systems from the 9x line

• Windows 95 (Windows 4.0)
• Windows 98 (Windows 4.1)
• Windows 98 Second Edition
• Windows Millennium Edition (Windows Me, Windows 4.9)

Products of the OS/2 line

• 16-bit versions: OS/2 1.0, 1.1, 1.2, 1.3
• 32-bit versions: OS/2 2.0, 2.1, 2.11, 2.11 SMP, Warp 3, Warp 4

Operating systems of the Windows NT line

• Windows NT 3.1, 3.5, 3.51
• Windows NT 4.0
• Windows 2000 (Windows NT 5.0)
• Windows XP (Windows NT 5.1)
• Windows XP x64 (Windows NT 5.2)
• Windows Vista (Windows NT 6.0)
• Windows 7 (Windows NT 6.1)
• Windows 8 (Windows NT 6.2)
• Windows 8.1 (Windows NT 6.3)
• Windows 10 (Windows NT 10.0)

The history of MS Dos as the foundation of modern systems

The Windows system, from Windows 95 through Windows 2000, had several characteristic features. One of them is the user interface, based precisely on windows, from which the Windows system got its name. Programs open in them, we can switch between them freely, close them. Thanks to this, we can also run several tasks simultaneously – and multitasking is one of the main features of the operating system. Thanks to this, we can work comfortably with this operating system.

Another feature that characterizes the Windows user interface is the Start menu. Users have become so accustomed to this specific, repetitive structure of the operating system that when Microsoft decided to remove it from Windows 8, users protested. As a result, the menu returned and is still available in the current version of Windows 10 – in a more modern form.

MS system – characteristics

Jeśli głębiej przyjrzeć się popularności systemów Microsoft Windows, można uznać, że zawdzięczają ją właśnie charakterystycznej strukturze i budowie interfejsu użytkownika. Nie zmieniła się ona znacząco. Zarówno popularny Windows XP Professional, Vista or Windows 10 work similarly, the user knows how to use it. There are no major differences between the individual versions that would prevent the user from managing the operation. There are many new features, but everyone can easily navigate them. Graphical user interface it has the same operating principle on every Windows system.

It is also worth noting the presence of programs available with the operating system: Internet Explorer (in the new version Edge), Media Player – every new system is compatible with them. 

Microsoft Windows operating system – which one to choose?

Currently, the newest and continuously developed system in terms of Windows operating systems is Microsoft Windows 10, released in 2015. The simple user interface makes it easy for everyone to use. The Windows system is available in many editions, and each version of the system differs in functionality. The individual editions of these Microsoft Windows operating systems have been prepared with different user requirements in mind: private and commercial. Features vary depending on the version of the operating system. The file system supported by a given system will also differ.

Microsoft Operating Systems: Windows 10 Editions

Systemy operacyjne firmy Microsoft standardowe, przeznaczone dla użytkowników domowych:

• Windows 10 Home
• Windows 10 Pro

Operating systems intended for installation in companies, schools:

• Windows 10 Enterprise
• Windows 10 Education – the same features as the Enterprise version, but intended for schools
• Windows 10 Pro Education
• Windows 10 Remote Server
• Windows 10 Professional Workstation

Funkcjonalność specyficzna dla danego typu urządzeń:

• Windows 10 on Xbox One
• Windows 10 Mobile
• Windows 10 Mobile Enterprise
• Windows 10 IoT Mobile Enterprise
• Windows 10 IoT Enterprise
• Windows 10 IoT Core
• Windows 10 Team

Windows operating systems – specifications

Który system operacyjny Microsoft Windows wybrać? Wszystko zależy od potrzeb i oczekiwań. Wiele zależy także od posiadanego sprzętu, na przykład pamięci RAM. Systemy Windows mają różne wymagania sprzętowe.

System Windows 10

The two most popular versions of Windows operating systems, namely Windows 10 Home and Pro, differ from each other in some features. However, every operating system from the Windows family allows you to perform basic tasks, install programs, and work with documents.

Microsoft Windows Home

Windows Home this system is intended for home users who perform basic tasks on the computer. They do not need advanced options. This edition is completely sufficient for the average user.

Microsoft Windows Professional

Windows Pro Version is intended for advanced and business users. In addition to the basic system options, it offers better security, disk encryption, and the ability to log in remotely.

Microsoft Windows 7

To najpopularniejsza wersja systemu – poprzednik MS Windows 10. Obecnie nie jest już wspierany przez Microsoft, jednak wciąż wiele osób chętnie z niego korzysta.

Microsoft Windows 8.1

translated text:"System version designed for touch screens – but not only for them. This edition has added an interface that supports touch devices and makes working on them easier."

System operacyjny firmy Microsoft

System Windows to dziś najbardziej popularny system. Jest instalowany przez producentów komputerów na nowych urządzeniach i w zasadzie trudno znaleźć osobę choć trochę obytą w zagadnieniach technologicznych, która by nie znała popularnych “okienek”. To właśnie im zawdzięcza on swoją przyjemną dla ucha nazwę.

Besides operating systems, Microsoft also develops server operating systems Microsoft Windows Server: Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019.